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Russian pianist Kirill Gerstein named 2010 Gilmore Artist

January 7, 2010 | 11:51
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One of the most prestigious honors in the classical music field, the Gilmore Artist Award, is handed out every four years to a pianist who has the potential to sustain an international career. Today, it was announced that Russian pianist Kirill Gerstein is the latest recipient of the prize.

The prize comes with a significant monetary sum attached. Gerstein will receive $300,000 in support of his musical and career goals over the next four years, according to the Irving S. Gilmore International Keyboard Festival, which has organized the award since 1989.